Archer Aims for Open Slam in Golf Dream
George Archer, Masters champion, pursues the improbable grand slam in the 69th U S Open Golf Championship. Amateurs like Bruce Fleisher challenge pros, noting one may win someday. Archer names top contenders Yancey Casper Beard Player Littler and hints at his own form despite doubt.
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Alou brothers clash on field in Pirates Astros game
Jesus Alou suffered a left jaw fracture and concussion after colliding with Hector Torres chasing a pop fly. Matty Alou, Astros, confirmed the collision and said Houston won the game. Torres bruised neck and facial cuts. both were carried off on stretchers. Astros added Leon McFadden and Sandy Valdespino from Oklahoma City.
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President sees 7 5 setback as Senators bow to A s
President Nixon attended a Washington Senators game against Oakland and saw Reggie Jackson homer twice in a 7 5 13 inning win for the A s. Jackson hit a second homer in the 13th after Nixon arrived, sealing the comeback from a four run deficit. Nixon's season record moved to 0 2 as Ted Williams club lost to the Yankees 8 4.
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Wills Returns as Dodgers Trade for Montreal Duo
Retired then unretired Maury Wills rejoined the Dodgers after a trade that sent Ron Fairly and Paul Popovich to Montreal. Wills, 36, scored in the first but went hitless the rest of the night as Philadelphia shut out Los Angeles 3-0. The Expos also acquired Manny Mota. Other NL results included Giants over Mets, Braves over Cubs, and Cardinals, Pirates, and Padres wins.
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Major League Leaders in Batting and Pitching Highlights
A compact list of top marks across the leagues: Carew leads AL with .393 and Petrocelli tops HR with 20 for the Boston club. AL players also show strong tied stats in runs, RBIs, and steals, while NL leaders include M Alou in batting at .362 and McCovey with 20 homers. Pitching leaders feature 5 decision records and high strikeout totals.
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